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Susana Salazar

Santa Fe

Summary

Dynamic bilingual educator with a proven track record at Santa Fe Public Schools, excelling in lesson planning and differentiated instruction. Skilled in fostering cross-cultural communication and enhancing English Language Development as well as Spanish Language Development. Successfully organized after-school tutoring, significantly improving student language skills in English and Spanish, and promoting a culturally responsive classroom environment.

Experienced coordinating summer programs for newcomer students in grades kindergarten through high school. Utilizes creative and interactive curriculum to engage students enhance language acquisition. Including file trips for community interactions and social development.

Active member of the Leadership Team at school where essential information is discuss, and critical decisions are made.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level as a school administrator. Ready to help team achieve goals.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary Bilingual Teacher

Santa Fe Public Schools
08.2007 - Current
  • Bilingual Teacher supports the academic and language development of students who are English Language Learners (ELLs) as well as Spanish Language Learners (SLLs), by delivering instruction in both English and Spanish. This role promotes bilingualism, biliteracy, and cross-cultural understanding while ensuring students meet grade-level standards.
  • Organized after-school tutoring sessions for struggling students, providing additional support to enhance their language skills in English and Spanish.
  • Enhanced language acquisition by utilizing bilingual teaching techniques and providing culturally relevant materials supplied by the Language and Culture Department.
  • Develop and implement standards-based, dual-language instructional plans in alignment with district curriculum and language acquisition goals.
  • Create a culturally responsive classroom environment that supports students' identities, cultures, and languages.
  • Assess student progress using formative and summative tools. Use data to guide instruction and interventions.
  • Collaborate with colleagues and families and support staff to create and maintain a positive, inclusive learning environment.
  • Collaborate with school principal and colleagues during leadership meetings.


Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Seeds of Change
10.2003 - 08.2024
  • Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
  • Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
  • Maximized warehouse space utilization by reorganizing storage areas according to product types, sizes, and turnover rates.
  • Improved shipping efficiency by streamlining packing procedures and optimizing workstation layouts.
  • Enhanced warehouse organization by implementing a barcode tracking system for incoming shipments.
  • Reduced shipping errors through meticulous inspection of outgoing packages and double-checking labels.
  • Processed invoices and order forms for goods received and shipped for proof of transactions.

Assistent Teacher

Santa Fe Public Schools
08.2004 - 05.2007
  • Supported classroom teacher on student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Deliver instructions to students, when the classroom teachers required.
  • Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
  • Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
  • Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.

Cashier

Wendy's Restaurant
02.2003 - 10.2003
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.

Cook

Taco Bell Restaurant
04.2002 - 10.2002
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.

Assistant Manager

Comex
02.2001 - 01.2002
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.

Education

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction-Reading

Highland University
Las Vegas, NM
12-2016

Teaching License - Elementary Education

Santa Fe Community College
Santa Fe
07-2007

BBA -

Universidad Autónoma De Chihuahua
Chihuahua, Mexico
12-2000

Skills

    Instructional Skills
  • Lesson planning and curriculum design
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Classroom management
  • Formative and summative assessment
  • Standards-based instruction (eg, Common Core, WIDA)
  • Technology integration such as Google Classroom, interactive whiteboards, Google Docs
  • Positive reinforcement
    Language & Communication Skills
  • Bilingual English and Spanish
  • English Language Development (ELD)
  • Clear written and verbal communication
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Academic language scaffolding
  • Cross-cultural communication
  • Collaboration and teamwork with colleagues and families

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working

Timeline

Elementary Bilingual Teacher

Santa Fe Public Schools
08.2007 - Current

Assistent Teacher

Santa Fe Public Schools
08.2004 - 05.2007

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Seeds of Change
10.2003 - 08.2024

Cashier

Wendy's Restaurant
02.2003 - 10.2003

Cook

Taco Bell Restaurant
04.2002 - 10.2002

Assistant Manager

Comex
02.2001 - 01.2002

Master of Arts - Curriculum And Instruction-Reading

Highland University

Teaching License - Elementary Education

Santa Fe Community College

BBA -

Universidad Autónoma De Chihuahua

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